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The Wiltern
3790 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90010, United States
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Ma
Review №1

This venue is totally awesome! Great atmosphere and acoustics. Drinks are super expensive, of course. If youre sitting in your seat for a long time, your legs might get a bit cramped. Other than that, it was totally awesome!

Le
Review №2

Went to a show pre-COVID and had a blast! Really awesome theater and would definitely go again.

Co
Review №3

Excellent venue, friendly staff, good drinks, food not too pricey (compared to other venues)

Ke
Review №4

Ive been seeing shows since 1987 at The Wiltern and have never had a bad experience in any way. First show was Jerry Garcia Band acoustic & electric 2 sets in Nov of 87and it was awesome! Others have been Allman Brothers, Jethro Tull, Joe Walsh, etc... Excellent acoustics, not a bad seat in the house and sounds awesome in any seat!

Na
Review №5

The Wiltern is as beautiful a music venue can be, both in its sound and aesthetics. Built in the early 1930s, it has stood the test of time and continues to marvel in contemporary times. Ive seen so many shows at the Wiltern, it never gets old and you will be taken back to a time when things were simple, yet feels so new. I recently saw Elbow there, and they sounded amazing, and all because of amazing people who have kept it alive and captivating for all who enter its doors.

Is
Review №6

Came to see Panteon Rococo and the band before called Son Rompe Pera was fire the whole place was lit when these guys came to the stage and started playing the vibe was incredible had a great time.

Sa
Review №7

One day I will have the opportunity to enjoy a show.

Ad
Review №8

Really beautiful venue, love the art deco architecture and design of it. Went there to see LA natives Silversun Pickups, who were amazing. Sat at the very top and the seats were pretty comfortable. Would definitely go back here again.

Jo
Review №9

What a beautiful, historic theater with friendly staff. It felt like I was in a movie from the 1930s. It’s taken me decades to finally visit this famed theater and it was wonderful. My favorite part of the experience was that the theater is located right at the Wilshire/Western Metro stop. So I got to park my car for free at the North Hollywood station and then take a relaxing train ride directly to my concert. This is the way that LA should operate! A fantastic evening at a super-elegant, classy venue.

Pa
Review №10

Beautiful theater! Great venue to see concert. Intimate setting. Lounge areas, cocktails, soft drinks. Nice patio smoking area. Excellent / very friendly staff. Highly recommend.

Ma
Review №11

The iconic Wiltern will completely dazzle you with their interior, comparative of old style, classic, upscale Hollywood. Absolutely gorgeous! The staff is extremely helpful and seem happy to be there! The shows are nothing but quality and I had the privilege of seeing this genius performance featured on the marquee, and am looking forward to a return trip! Thanks all! A great place for great fun!!! 💙

Mi
Review №12

A classic concert venue dating back to 1931. The way seats are structured here, the balcony seats are actually good seats both as far as audio and seeing whats going on onstage. Beautiful Art Deco details, lovingly restored. Just dont buy drinks or snacks here...way overpriced. This is why I knocked off a star. Prices are extortionate.

Al
Review №13

A gorgeous Art Deco event venue. I’ve always loved the gorgeous exterior but was thrilled to see the stunning interior during a movie screening of Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid thanks to the LA Conservancy’s Last Remaining Seats. Stunning building with so many gorgeous details.

Gi
Review №14

The Wiltern was a nice theater to host the Madonna tour.... only con was the AC was off making it very hot for concert goers. But, I’m presuming it’s because of the artist. I would recommend this theater.

Gr
Review №15

Its another of the many classic beautiful theaters we are lucky to have in Los Angeles. They share much in common. Sound is best on the floor, and better toward the center. Balcony suffers. Bathrooms are always too few in these old theatres, especially if you drink beer! One thing they do well at the Wiltern is the bars. There are numerous bars and the wait in line is minimal. Food is nothing, so eat before you come. The time showing on your ticket is when the doors open so save the wait in the long line that goes down the block and come 45 minutes later.

hu
Review №16

I watched the Beatles tribute on December 11th. The venue is spectacular with a roaring 20s cosmopolitan feel to the decor. It felt like an intimate show even with a 2000+ seating capacity. I will come back again

Ba
Review №17

Great location, easy to get to from the 10 freeway, although the 10 is a difficult freeway. Parking is right next to Wiltern and was $25 for the Sabaton event.Theres a lot nearby, restaurants and bars included, and all in walking distance.Inside is very nice with an elegant bar. We sat in the mezzanine and had a great view! Acoustics are nice in their auditorium, the entire show had great sound!

Ti
Review №18

THE WILTERN THEATRELos Angeles Historic Cultural Monument (LAHCM) #118 and Art Deco-Style Movie PalaceBuilt in 1931 and named for its location at the intersection of Wilshire Boulevard + Western Avenue. Art Deco architectural style.I had often seen The Wiltern while driving past the theatre on Wilshire Blvd or Western Ave. It looked like a run-down old theatre to me, probably playing very old movies from back in the day. Then one day I finally got a chance to go inside and discovered this GORGEOUS ART DECO PALACE inside!! =O

La
Review №19

Great place to see a concert, the decor is delightfully old-school and the sound is decidedly new school (booming speaker walls!) Be sure to walk all the way down to The Underground Bar before the show.

no
Review №20

Gorgeous old Deco theater has 3 levels, including a cozy downstairs bar lounge full of photos of artists who performed there Amazing architectural design. Great acoustics. Well worth the trip into Little Korea district.

Jo
Review №21

Awesome venue with a lot of character.I went to the Kevin O’Leary event today and had never been to the Wiltern before but it was great!It had the charm of an early 1900’s theatre and amenities of a modern theater!

Me
Review №22

Great venue! We parked next door at Ralph’s, which was super easy (not the cheapest, but worth the convenience). Clean venue, friendly staff, gorgeous decor. There was a line before the door opened, but it moved quickly. The security staff did a great job getting everyone through.

Wi
Review №23

A wonderful show with Chris Botti. He has so many talented artists performing with him! Delightful show with only two complaints, both related to the venue. (1) the sound balance was quite off at the beginning, where Chris was totally overpowering his violinist and pianist (thankfully corrected after about 15 minutes), and (2) the Mezzanine seating is very uncomfortable if you are tall. My knees were jammed into the seat jn front of me. Though it is an old art-deco theatre and I admit the sight lines from the mezzanine were quite good.

Je
Review №24

Perfect place for an intimate show. The bar downstairs is a great place to kick back and chat, and view some if the legends that have played there before. Beautiful Art Deco style inside and out. An A1 rating.

Sc
Review №25

The Hozier concert had a line that went around the garage and it still didnt take long for us to get in once doors opened. When we got there, we were directed by staff without having to ask, and once inside, lines were neatly organized with ticket scanners followed by directions on which floor to use to most easily find our seats. The bar staff was friendly and quick, and we left impressed with the customer service and efficiency of everyone who works there. Gorgeous concert venue too.

Ty
Review №26

A stunningly beautiful venue. Classic art deco that everyone in southern California must go to at least once. We had general admission tickets and the process was very straight forward. Parking is typically expensive but easy to find and nice that its in a structure. Its a nice medium sized venue that has great sound resonance and is gorgeous.

Bo
Review №27

It is absolutely beautiful there. A couple of friends and I went to see The Dirty Heads and it was amazing. I was admiring how beautiful the architecture and design of the layout and floor plant was. The building was nice inside and it was clean and kept up. The staff were all very friendly and it was nice chatting with them. I really enjoyed the pasta they served to the guest who bought a pass. The servers were generous with the food. I really like that the bathrooms were constantly checked and cleaned up. It was nice not slipping on water trails while heading out. The couple pictures are from the concert and how far away I was from the stage in the standing area.

Ti
Review №28

One of the best venues in LA. Love this place, dont think there is a bad seat in the house.

K
Review №29

Nice old style theater located in the center of Los Angeles.

Ka
Review №30

First time here to see The Wall on the big screen and its a beautiful theater! Thank you for a wonderful evening very well planned!!

Cl
Review №31

Took my parents here for K-Love Christmas and it was memorable, despite the rain. The theater was very intimate.

Ja
Review №32

Beautiful historical building! No elevator so not disable friendly for second level. But really nice place!

Am
Review №33

Beautiful and the parking was less than 2 minutes away! Had an excellent night!

Mi
Review №34

Simply the most amazing venue in So Cal! Gorgeous facility and incredible sound from every seat in the house!

Va
Review №35

I was supposed to see Lukas Graham perform here back in Feb. 2019 but unfortunately they had to reschedule for Oct. 2019. I was going to be abroad during that time so I had to ask for a refund. Everything went super smoothly got my refund and I was able to keep the CDs they were giving out with the purchase! I walk by here all the time since I live close by and it’s so sweet that with what’s currently going on they put signs to stay healthy and songs that are epic during the covid era! Love this place and hope to one day be able to enjoy a concert inside!

Ta
Review №36

A lively authentic theatre that hosts cool events.

De
Review №37

Great venue, not a bad seat in the house. Cool, relaxed vibe for hanging out before the show.

Tr
Review №38

Beautiful architecture. Brings olden days back to life. Loved every moment being there.

Ja
Review №39

This place is super nice and all the staff was extremely helpful and super nice. I came to L.A to see Ciara Work a stage for her beauty Marks album tour 9/17. I left my tickets all the way back home in vegas. But the staff was extremely enthusiastic in helping me get my tickets and VIP Parking pass. I was extremely mad at myself for leaving the tickets but the friendly staff help me all the way to the end..This place is very classic place. And the food service for the V.I.P Ticket holders was very good.

Pa
Review №40

Great music venue with beautiful decor. Recently enjoyed Elvis Costello and The Imposters. Close to the Metro Red Line and easy to find.

Sh
Review №41

Great venue for a concert! Absolutely beautiful building full of history.

Jb
Review №42

We came to the Wiltern see a concert. Its a beautiful landmark venue.

le
Review №43

The bands were great. GA floor section gets way too crowded though, not a whole lot of space. Bartenders were cool, good attitudes.

Br
Review №44

One the most of all I just lovethis place

Ro
Review №45

I had the chance to watch Madonna Madame X at this unique theater, seats are close to the stage so you can see almost all details on the stage. Very authentic and so Hollywood ambiance.

Jo
Review №46

Awesome venue! Very strict with standing in direct way of other people

En
Review №47

This was my second time being here. It was amazing. They let us upgrade our seats. It was so Kool. We went to see sum 41. They sell beer and shirts there. Too many stairs though ugh :(

Ro
Review №48

Nice mid-sized venue to see concerts at.

Jo
Review №49

Great show..! The room is beautiful, great service had a table and a waitress, pre show taco bar.. Epic.... the staff is above and beyond duty.. super helpful . PS I Love me some Jamey Johnson...

En
Review №50

Went to see sum 41. Some other bands were there. It was so loud but so cool. It was the 20th or 25th anniversary. Sorry forgot atm. They were really good. They covered a few songs. The only thing parking sucks. They even upgraded our tickets. Didnt I already do this?

Je
Review №51

Cool place, Ticketmaster and Livenation put on great shows at this venue. Not too big and not too small.

Ha
Review №52

This old school Hollywood theater is an amazing venue. Weve seen Carly Rae Jepson there and had a blast

na
Review №53

I love this venue because no matter where you stand, you have an excellent view of the stage. Sound is good and stsff is friendly. DI gave it four stars because the drinks are waaaaay overpriced. Whiskey is $25 and I oaid $24 for four water bottles and two sodas. It does have a coat check and two bathrooms, but for a venue this big, it could use more.

Wr
Review №54

Stunningly beautiful venue, and the sound/acoustics were really good. Not a single bad seat in the house! The only con (nothing bad enough to reduce the rating though) is that the drinks are obscenely expensive. Large pours (which is nice), but $18/glass (not so nice) for a beer? Geez.

mi
Review №55

Great place to be, I used to live near by.

El
Review №56

Smell old but i had a great time on my bday...we watch sum 41 great show

De
Review №57

Great stuff! Managed to catch the chainsmokers here.

Ch
Review №58

Great venue, the sound was a little too much echo but everyone there was nice and very efficient. Didnt have to wait long at all before getting through the doors and we were wrapped around the building.

KO
Review №59

Such an awesome venue. Me and some friends went to see The Power Of Food for the kickoff of the LA Food Bowl. Tasty food prepared by 3 different cooking schools and a fun panel that included Jose Andres, Zooey Deschanel, Ron Finley and a few others made up most of the night. The seats in the upper sections were just as good if not better than the floor seating for an event like this. The Wiltern proved to be a great experience!

Ka
Review №60

Great place to see a show but beer was $18 a pint!

Jo
Review №61

The venue is beautiful but the sound (or acoustics) leaves a lot to be desired. Depending on what youre looking for, beware of the $15 beers. If you want to order a less expensive amount, you better tell the bartender the size before the beer brand or they will serve you the biggest option by default. Before you know it, that beer is served!

Ma
Review №62

Awesome venue, looks small but once inside it feels so big. Great vibes and definitely a must go to venue if you wanna attend a concert

kr
Review №63

SUch an amazing place to watch a movie. We watched The Matrix for its 20th Anniv

AL
Review №64

Had a very nice time listening to Pettyshakers and Fortunate Son. The Wiltern was easy to get to and no problem finding parking. I will go back.

Me
Review №65

Awesome venue! Has an old school theater vibe in the lobby area. Plenty of room to stand with a good view. Beware of the beers, they fill them through the bottom, so if you touch the bottom of the cup the beer will spill. Bar available inside the concert at the back.

Ta
Review №66

Beautiful venue and great sound system, plus having multiple areas on the floor that are raised a step gives better viewing opportunity.

Ja
Review №67

Cool venir, not too big, not too small. Beautiful art deco interior.

Ju
Review №68

Amazing experience, Switchfoot put on a hell of a show and couldnt have been better service.As far as venues go, its on the bigger side of mid size venues. Acoustics were amazing. Its just big enough where a good lighting guy can make the show, but Muse would have a hard time putting on all of their visual show that theyre known for.A perfect 7/5

fl
Review №69

I love that it is not a modern place like all the others.

Ke
Review №70

Really weird layout for a concert. Felt more like a dinner theater.

Ce
Review №71

Very good places for concerts, last month I went to a Mexican rock band concert and it was amazing

Ri
Review №72

Awesome looking place.

An
Review №73

The Voidz!! Julian Casablancas love him!!!

Li
Review №74

This is my first time at the Wiltern theater and we saw Dire Straits in concert. This historical landmark has impressive architectural details throughout the entire building. First floor, lobby, upstairs, outside. Hands down it is quite an artistic feat. The auditorium had good acoustics and visibility was also great. The best located in the lobby was easy to get to during intermission and the bar tenders where sporting big smiles and eager to suggest or recommend a drink id you are uncertain or just feeling adventurous and want to try something completely new for a change. The Wiltern is located in the heart of downtown Los angeless by Miracle mile and just east of Korea town. If you like to bike ride there your fine since former mayor Villaraigosa and with the ending help of Edward Bagley Jr LA is officially a bike town with well marked bike lanes, metro bikes or hulu bikes you can rent anywhere and take on Buses or the metro anywhere. Lastly automotive drivers are aware of cyclists. In short id love to see another performance at the Wiltern.

Te
Review №75

Great venue and Kirk Franklin brought a show to L.A.

J.
Review №76

They had people refund for their show because John Mayer cancelled and refused to resell the tickets. It was a charity event for the Military too. Huge problem there if you cared about helping the milirary.

Rh
Review №77

Love the venue especially the architecture and hand painted ceilings. The carpet desperately needs replacing and the photo booth doesn’t work which was disappointing. I loved that they served pizza & pop corn!

Ra
Review №78

Majestic.Historic.All Angeleno theatre with not a bad seat in the house. One of the best venues around...no doubt .baby 😛🚘

Ca
Review №79

This was a great venue to see Chris Botti, the acoustics are perfect for this type of performance.

Hu
Review №80

Came and saw Kreator and Sabaton on a Friday night. Parking was relatively easy, located in between The Wiltern and Ralphs. Venue itself is very cool. Art deco architecture and plenty of room to walk around before the concert itself started. During the concert itself we sat in the balcony and had a great view with excellent acoustics. Would definitely return. 🤘

Be
Review №81

The exterior of the building attracts a lot due to the classic aesthetic. Once inside, its a bit decadent. The acoustics are not the worst, but what was horrible was to spend 5 hours of concerts sat in the seats, which were not only uncomfortable, but the one where I was seating was so broken that the springs were coming out and you were nailed even in the deeper of your soul.

Vi
Review №82

Beautiful architecture. Not always the greatest sound throughout, but overall a great concert venue.

Ir
Review №83

Beautiful event space with a consistently great vibe.

An
Review №84

The wilderness of fabulous theater to come back to Ive always found the seeds comfortable and viewing from all sides to be excellent. The photos are of the fabulous Deco style art they integrated into the construction.

Ki
Review №85

This is one of the coolest places to watch live music. I love the look of the building, inside and out. Im always looking for a reason to go back. Also, theres tons of good restaurants nearby.

Lu
Review №86

Fabulous, Friendly and Freakin Schway Kewl!!!

Am
Review №87

Came here for a concert. What a beautiful venue! One of the simpler venues to get in and out of in the LA area. Within two miles of the freeway. Parking was easy, albeit semi expensive (around$20 on the night I went) in the parking structure right next door. Can hold a lot of people but doesnt feel too big. I loved coming here!

sh
Review №88

Went here to see HIMs farewell tour. Its was a great venue and show. The building is a historic landmark and has wonderful architecture!

So
Review №89

Music sound is soso but still can see many good metalband tour in this place, loved place. Metalhead forever !!!

Ge
Review №90

I just love watching concerts here!

Pr
Review №91

Other than being located in the worst place for parking this place is a Gem! My best friend is in a wheel chair and in some venues they dont accommodate her well. Thats absolutely not the case at The Wiltern! They made our experience with ADA so awesome! We came to see the growlers and they hooked us up! She got a great view with zero hassle. They also offer cocktail and drink service on the floor level... so awesome! Especially if you dont want to give up your spot. The acoustics from the floor level were great. I will definitely be back to see other shows!

Co
Review №92

Beautiful theater with wonderful architecture and incredible acoustics. You have got to see a show here!

Lo
Review №93

Great Venue! This is one of those venues that doesnt really have a bad seat in the house. Ive been on the terrace and mezzanine for a HIM and Gazette concert, respectively, and I had a great view of the stage. The other thing I like is that there are many busses that drive by the area. Which is helpful if you commute using public transportation, as I do.The decor of the venue is beautiful. Drinks are pretty expensive though. I personally stop by the liquor store a block away from the venue.

M.
Review №94

The interior in the stage room is quite exquisite! The Wiltern is a comfortable venue in which to see a live show!

Ce
Review №95

We came to check out She and Him. The venue is great, the lobby is very spacious and offer great food and drinks. You can’t have a bad seat here. The layout is great and the different levels provide a clear view of the stage.

Ed
Review №96

A very nice experience

Na
Review №97

The theater itself is epic. It definitely has the wow factor. The acoustics were great as well. Pretty standard service at the bars and parking is either lucky or expensive. Regardless Id say its one of the great concert venues of LA.

P
Review №98

They confiscated the stickers some homeless outreach coerced me into buying, and the drinks were higher than baseball standards. However, the bands hosted were amazing and it was a great time.

Be
Review №99

Great venue for live music featuring some large acts.

Er
Review №100

Easy to get in and out of. Convenient parking. Located in a safe part of town. Food options within walking distance. Tight security.

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  • Address:3790 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90010, United States
  • Site:https://www.wiltern.com/
  • Phone:+1 213-388-1400
Categories
  • Banquet hall
  • Live music venue
  • Concert hall
  • Event planner
  • Event ticket seller
  • Event venue
  • Night club
  • Wedding venue
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
Amenities
  • Bar on site:Yes
  • Restaurant:No
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